A Month of Civic Love
This February Celebrate the Season of Civic Love in Eureka Springs
EUREKA SPRINGS, AR – This February, Main Street Eureka Springs is spreading the warmth of community connection with its Season of Civic Love! Featuring an exciting lineup of events, including the announcement of our Civic Stars, silent reading parties, and cozy yarn gatherings, we invite everyone to join in the celebration.
Civic Stars & Civic Soups
What: Civic Stars Celebration and Community Soup Supper
When: February 6th, 13th, 20th, 27th
Where: Main Street Eureka Springs, 125 Spring Street (next to Mojo’s Records)
Civic Stars Announcement
We’re thrilled to introduce the outstanding Civic Stars for this season, each nominated by our community and celebrated for their contributions to Eureka Springs. Join us at our Civic Soup gatherings to honor these exceptional individuals:
Civic Star Celebration Schedule:
February 6: Suzanne Reed + Anthony Pike
February 13: Ethan Avanzino + Sue Hopkins
February 20: Steve Beacham + Brad Tate-Greene
February 27: Lyla Allison + Bruce and Carole Bieschke
Event Details:
Gather at 5:30 PM for a delicious soup supper.
Civic Star Celebration begins at 6 PM, and the evening concludes by 7 PM.
Celebrate the stars who make Eureka Springs shine while enjoying hearty soup and heartwarming stories.
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The Lonely Hearts Silent Reading Party
What: Silent Reading Party for Adults (18+)
When: February 10th | 2-4 PM
Where: Main Street Eureka Springs, 125 Spring Street (next to Mojo’s Records)
Calling all bookworms and introverts! The Lonely Hearts Silent Reading Party is a love letter to readers. Bring your favorite book, enjoy snacks, and connect with neighbors through the joy of reading.
Event Schedule:
First 30 minutes: Mingle and share books over snacks.
60 minutes: Silent reading (with plenty of snacks!).
30 minutes: Discuss your reads and make new recommendations.
All types of books are welcome—BYOBook and join us for this cozy celebration of literature and community.
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Yarn Party: Stitch with Love
What: Community Yarn Lovers Gathering
When: February 25th | 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Where: Main Street Eureka Springs, 125 Spring Street (next to Mojo’s Records)
What to Expect:
Bring your yarn projects or learn about the Welcome Home Baby Blanket Project, an initiative to create handmade blankets for newborns in our community.
Enjoy guidance from knitting expert Sarah E. White, author of Quick & Easy Baby Knits.
Shop the pop-up event hosted by Three Birds Yarn, featuring hand-dyed yarns in a variety of styles and weights.
This free event invites beginners and seasoned crafters alike to share stories, stitch together, and spread love through creativity.
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Love Letters to Eureka Springs Returns
The beloved community tradition, Love Letters to Eureka Springs, is back for its fourth year! Residents and visitors alike are invited to share their heartfelt sentiments about what makes Eureka Springs so special to them.
Participants are encouraged to pen a love letter expressing appreciation for the town’s charm, community spirit, and unique character. Letters can be dropped off at the Big Red mailbox, located at 125 Spring Street, to be included in this year’s exhibition and archive.
The letters will become part of a public exhibition showcasing the collective affection for Eureka Springs, creating a meaningful archive for future generations to enjoy.
Submissions are open now, so grab your pen, share your love, and drop your letter in the Big Red mailbox today!
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Building Community with Civic Love
These events are part of Main Street Eureka Springs’ mission to foster connections and promote better neighboring. Developed through our partnership with Citizen University and Main Street Arkansas, this programming strengthens the bonds that make our community thrive.
Join us this February to celebrate the stars among us, embrace creativity, and enjoy the spirit of Civic Love!
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For more information, visit https://www.mainstreeteurekasprings.org/upcoming-events or contact director@eurekaspringsdowntown.com.